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A shared science based definition of what a building aligned with (UK) net zero laws, actually looks like ..

The Standard is for everyone connected with the UK’s real estate industry [but ..] its principles and approach could be adapted and applied to other nations and regions .. Its development has been led by a coalition of Professional Institutions, industry bodies and leaders in the field who recognise the need for consistent rules, both to increase credibility of claims around net zero carbon, and to accelerate the design, construction and use of buildings that deliver lower-ca

Mar 9

Court of Appeal clarifies approach to reasonable remedial scope, revisits Calderbank offers

The Court of Appeal has rejected ‘Bianco Apartments’ Body Corporate and owners’ $40m repair claim against Auckland Council and Argon over a $5.3m repair option and suggested the plaintiffs ought to have accepted a ~$20m settlement offer. The Court accepted the defendants’ expert’s scope offered an effective and durable, but more cost-effective and reasonable repair, than the plaintiffs’ “full replacement” scope. Specialist litigation firm Dalzell Wollerman unpicks the recent

Mar 3

Noisy spaces, quiet consequences

For all the hype about dazzling offic es and thoughtfully crafted spaces, one truth cuts through the noise: if unwanted sound isn’t controlled, everything else risks falling short. Imagine walking through an open-plan office on a Wednesday morning, a long to-do list weighing on you and deadlines closing in. A product manager is presenting the latest strategy while a nearby stand-up bursts into laughter. A notification pings. Someone jumps on a call from their desk. None of it

Mar 2

In with the old: Office building upgrades show the way forward

The move towards prioritising retrofitting or refurbishing office buildings over demolish and rebuild shows no signs of slowing down . D eloitte's latest London Office Crane Survey, published last summer, shows that refurbishment activity has dominated, accounting for almost 2m sq ft or 83% of activity across 23 schemes. New-build commitments, on the other hand, struggled, recording less than 500,000 sq ft of activity starting across just seven schemes. “The decrease in new

Feb 26

BRIEF | FEBRUARY 2026

MARKET | Observers interested in commercial real estate may have noticed increasing levels of market activity as more and more properties are listed for sale. Th is activity is driven principally by the lowering of the prevailing interest rates in New Zealand markets which has had the effect of reducing interest rates on alternative investments such as bonds and bank deposits. When this happens investors become more keen to put money into property, at rates of return lower

Feb 6

Beyond Net Zero: Why Adaptation is the New Alpha in Real Estate

In 2023 alone, global weather disasters caused an estimated $110 billion in insured losses for property owners, and that number continues to climb each year. Over the past decade, the real estate sector has focused on mitigation. Emissions are tracked, energy-efficient upgrades implemented, and Net Zero targets pursued diligently. The industry is making significant progress on sustainability credentials. This article is written by Futureproof Solutions However, a significant

Feb 5

Poison the pot plants ..

Have we reached peak pot plant? Over recent weeks, with my The Urbanist hard hat on, I have visited a lot of new office developments across London and in every lobby (or 3D render if the project is still at hard-hat stage) you are greeted by a jumble of plants arranged in a bid to create a this-is-a-cool-place-to-work vibe. Except, it doesn’t. This article was written by Andrew Tuck, Monocle 31 Jan 2026 The first problem is the actual greenery. Over time people have discove

Jan 31

Why Invest in New Zealand?

A Strategic Case for Commercial and Industrial Property in New Zealand. JLL 's latest report explores New Zealand's foundational strengths, examining the country's world-class business environment and supportive regulatory framework, which together create a fertile ground for long-term returns in the property sector. The report provides a detailed analysis of how local and global capital flows are shaping investment strategies and performance across the office, industrial, re

Oct 28, 2025